Ethipothala,Andhra Pradesh,India

Ethipothala Waterfalls is a beautiful high river cascade in the state of Andhra Pradesh situated on the Chandravanka River, which is a tributary of the River Krishna. This seventy feet mountain stream gushing down the hills originates just about 11 km from Nagarjuna Sagar in Guntur District of Andhra Pradesh.

The Ethipothala Waterfalls are formed by the combination of three streams - the Chandra Vanka Vagu, Nakkala Vagu, and Tummala Vagu, which are all tributaries of River Krishna. The water falls down from a height of 21 meters, forming a small lake at its foot. In Telugu, Ethipothala means ‘to lift and pour’.

The lake at Ethipothala Waterfalls has a crocodile breeding center that is being managed by the Forest Department of Andhra Pradesh and you get to see these giant beasts at close quarters. After flowing for about three km, the stream reunites with River Krishna.

For the devout, there are two temples at the foot of Ethipothala Waterfalls, dedicated to Ranganatha Swami and Dattathreya Swami. Since these temples are located deep within the valley, one needs to descend a few steps to get to the temples.

The peaceful and soothing atmosphere in which Ethipothala Waterfalls are located, gives the travellers a pleasant experience of their visit.

The Ethipothala Waterfalls are an ideal picnic site to relax and unwind with friends and family, and to savor the depth of the serenity offered in these surroundings.

How to Reach

By Air

Hyderabad Airport, situated 190 km away from this site, is the nearest airport and is well connected to major cities of India and abroad.

By Rail

Macherla railway station is the nearest one, around 15 km away and is well connected to Guntur. The major railhead is at Guntur (140 km) which is directly connected to major cities of Andhra Pradesh and India.

By Road

APSRTC operates regular buses from Hyderabad, Guntur, Vijayawada and other major cities of state to Nagarjuna Sagar Dam. The best means of transport to reach the waterfalls is by your own means of transport like car or private cabs.